Clinical Coordinators
They are also responsible for maintaining our exceptional standards of infection control. Due to these high standards and additional improvement and education, we have received Dental Practice Accreditation.
Karen Ball, Clinical Coordinator
Karen was inspired to enter the dental profession as she enjoys caring for people’s health. To prepare for her career, she attended Mt Lawley TAFE, graduating in 1973. She has DAA and DAECA qualifications.
When she’s not caring for patients’ smiles, Karen enjoys being with family, playing ten pin bowling, reading and knitting.
Haider Jasim, Clinical Coordinator
Haider joined the Diamond Smiles Dental team to gain experience working in a dental clinic before he enters the field as a qualified Oral Health Therapist (OHT). Currently, he’s in his second year at Curtin University studying Oral Health Therapy.
Here he’s acquired invaluable knowledge from the dentists, therapists and hygienists as he sees how they perform their various duties and interact with patients.
“The most fulfilling aspect of being a clinical coordinator is interacting with happy patients during and after a successful procedure.”
In his spare time, Haider enjoys going to the gym, playing soccer and reading books. He also supports the Chelsea Football Club.
Adelle Trimble, Clinical Coordinator
Adelle embarked on a career in the dental field at the suggestion of her grandmother, who knew a dental assistant who enjoyed her job. As her grandmother had full dentures at a young age, she always encouraged Adelle to look after her teeth, which she did. Going to the school dentist as a child was something Adelle never feared and always interested her.
To prepare for her career, Adelle earned a Certificate III and IV in Dental Assisting from
Kingston Training (Dental Nursing Australia) in 2010. She also attended various Prime Practice seminars from 2011 to 2014 and completed her Certificate IV in Training & Assessment. That certificate qualifies her to train and assess other dental assistants if she wishes to pass on her knowledge to others in the future.
“As many patients fear and struggle with dental visits, I find it fulfilling when patients gain trust in us and our job, and I see the journey of improvement in their dental experiences.”
Outside the practice, Adelle enjoys hanging out with her family and friends. She also loves entertaining her toddler, who likes to sing and dance. Hitting the gym for a Pilates or yoga class are her other favourite activities.
Christelle Antill, Clinical Coordinator
Christelle finds it rewarding to help people smile and have their confidence restored. “I love to help get people out of pain, make them feel comfortable and trusting towards dentists and the service we provide.” She is passionate about her work, which she’s been doing for over 20 years, and performs her dental duties with care and compassion.
To prepare for her career, Christelle earned a Certificate IV in Dental Assisting in South Africa in 2001. To stay abreast of the latest in the field, she also takes professional development courses.
The most rewarding aspect of Christelle’s job is helping patients conquer their fear of dentistry and seeing them smile with confidence.
Outside the practice, Christelle enjoys spending time with her son and enjoying the beautiful beaches in Perth. She also does stand up paddle boarding as a hobby.
Eva Viola, Dental Receptionist
Eva was inspired to enter the dental profession because dentistry gave her back her smile when she lost her front teeth due to an accident. “Assisting is an incredibly rewarding role that allows me to help others.”
In 1981 Eva graduated from University in Hungary and earned a Certificate IV in Dental Assisting. She has taken professional development courses in Dental Assisting, First Aid, and Momentum Practice Management to stay abreast of the latest in the field.
In her spare time, Eva likes swimming, travelling, spending time with her family, and playing cards.
Ashlea Tomkins, Dental Nurse
Possessing a bubbly personality, Ashlea loves providing comfort chairside to patients and being hands-on. To prepare for her career, she earned a Certificate III in Dental Assisting. Her favourite procedure is anything surgical.
For Ashlea, the most fulfilling part of her job is being able to help patients overcome their fears of dentistry and insecurities by giving them a reason to be confident with their smiles.
When she’s not caring for patients’ smiles, Ashlea enjoys playing soccer and going to the beach.
